Zhouzhuang Water Town Tourism

Historic Water Town4.0(1,050 reviews)

About Zhouzhuang Water Town

Zhouzhuang Water Town, renowned as Venice of the East, is one of the most famous water towns in China. It's situated in the Jiangsu province, about 30 kilometers southeast of the city of Suzhou. This ancient town, which dates back more than 900 years, boasts a landscape decorated with waterways, stone bridges, and well-preserved ancient residential houses. The town's layout is defined by its network of rivers and lakes, with the majority of transportation by water. Visitors can take boat rides along the waterways to fully experience the charm of this historic place. Architectural highlights in Zhouzhuang include the Shen's House, a sprawling residential compound of a wealthy merchant, and the Zhang's House, which is over 400 years old. Twin Bridges, composed of Shide Bridge and Yongan Bridge, are the most iconic and frequently photographed in Zhouzhang and symbolize the town’s beauty and rich cultural past. With its mesmerizing watery landscapes, Zhouzhuang offers a tranquil escape from the bustling modernity of China's cities.

Top 5 Reviews on Zhouzhuang Water Town

martina913
5.0
Wrote on 29 Jun 2024
The Venice Of The East Keeps Getting Better
In 2024, it's even better than before. We wandered through the amazing maze of ancient stone sidewalks beside the canals all afternoon and into the evening, when the lights come on and it looks even more spectacular. Did I really walk 20k steps? Yep! And I took 300 pics. Around 275 are on my Facebook page. I've been here half a dozen times over the past two years and always find new places to explore. There are so many alleys and so many lead to surprising gardens, museums, or more canals with old stone sidewalks. There's a water show with fireworks on the lake at one end, in the evening, and an awe-inspiring live theatrical performance with a huge cast, including a water buffalo, dancers, acrobats, boats, lights, drama, action, at the other end. That show has it all, seriously, in a big performance area that includes a canal big enough for boats loaded with performers. My favourite restaurant is right in the middle of Zhouzhuang, on a bridge over a canal, with great views all around. It's 150 rmb to get in but it's free after 9 p.m. and for anyone 70 or over. We went when it was 30C and high humidity but found lots of cool places, including restaurants, coffee shops, and other shops with AC. A boat ride will keep you cool. I love this place!